The Conway Station was a centralized place in downtown Conway from which the city developed in the 19th century. Now, another breeding ground for advancement has taken root just down the block at the Arnold Innovation Center, powered by Conway Corp, specifically for entrepreneurs and startups. AIC opened in late 2021 and has already become a game-changer for small business owners of Central Arkansas.

The Conway Area Leadership Institute has announced its 2023 class. The Conway Area Leadership Institute equips participants with the knowledge and connections necessary to become more informed leaders in the community.

The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Sarah Henry as its director of community and special events.

The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Payne Warren as a director of development. He began the role Dec. 28.

The Conway Area Leadership Institute graduated 48 in its 2022 class and recognized several honorees in a ceremony at the University of Central Arkansas McCastlain Hall on Jan. 27. 

The City of Conway was selected recently as the host site for spring high school state championship games by the Arkansas Activities Association board of directors. The Weekend of Champions will take place at the University of Central Arkansas in 2023-2025. The state championship event includes finals for baseball, softball, and boys and girls soccer.

Leo Cummings III has been promoted to senior vice president of development for the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce. Leo Cummings III has been promoted to senior vice president of development for the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce. With the promotion, Cummings becomes part of the chamber’s leadership team. He will also oversee two staff members, both directors of development.

The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Jordan Ester as its director of development. He began the role on Dec. 1.

Leo Cummings III has been appointed to the Institute of Organization Management’s national board of trustees. As a member of the trustees, Cummings will help set the strategic direction of Institute, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and will take an active role in advancing Institute’s standard operating and curriculum policies.

Lee Hogan, director of communications for the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, has been named editor of Conway Publications, Inc.